DIY Load Control Is Tempting. Please Don’t Do It. An enthusiastic reader recently contacted SolarQuotes with some information on how a small modification could control a myenergi zappi EV charger via wifi to take advantage of low-tariff electricity. While I commend him on his ingenuity, I question whether the benefits are worth the risks. After […]
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Are Growatt Inverters Any Good? Here’s An Installer’s Opinion
Growatt Are Growing Up. About Time. Here’s my review of Growatt inverters: I’ve always thought they were rubbish. Aside from the one in the cover image that has clocked up 11 years and is still plugging away to this day. Want to know why I have this opinion? Pull up a chair, and I’ll start […]
[Continue reading…]Solar For Strata: The Definitive Guide to SolShare’s Pros and Cons
Is SolShare Worth It For Multi-Unit Properties? If you’re a strata-titled property owner researching rooftop solar, you’ve likely come across Allume Energy’s SolShare, a solar-sharing solution that’s turning heads. While this cutting-edge technology has great potential, it’s essential to consider if it’s the right fit for your particular strata. Let’s investigate the details and objectively […]
[Continue reading…]The Net Zero Australia Report & The $7-9 Trillion Panic
The Net Zero Australia Report came out on Friday, and I gotta tell ya, it’s a doozy! It’s so enormous the report’s summary report is 95 pages. It would take me a month of Sundays to get through the whole thing, but I have exactly one Sunday, so I’ll quickly say what it’s about and […]
[Continue reading…]Beyond Tesla: An Australian Installer’s Take On EV Chargers
It’s early days for most Australian electricians when it comes to deciding which EV chargers they will offer going forward. Several strong contenders emerge based on discussions with fellow electricians, but surprisingly, despite its reasonable price and quality construction, Tesla’s wall charger isn’t at the forefront. Lacking smart features, the Tesla charger misses the opportunity […]
[Continue reading…]CATL Condensed Battery Promises 1,000km Range EVs
Have CATL Won The Battle For High Specific Energy? Last week the world’s largest battery manufacturer — CATL — launched a new high-specific-energy battery. If used in a typical EV today, it would improve its range by over 80% with no increase in battery pack weight. It may also have applications in shipping and aviation. […]
[Continue reading…]Top Rated Canberra Solar Installers 2023
We’re back with another instalment of our “Top Rated Solar Installers 2023” series, and this time we’re focusing on Canberra. We’ve gathered ratings from SolarQuotes reviewers over the past three years to give you the top 5 solar installers in the area. Plus, to provide a balanced perspective, we’ve also included ratings from Google.
[Continue reading…]$6,000 QLD EV Rebate: You May Be Better Off Without It
Crikey! $6,000 Off EVs In QLD! Good news for banana benders wanting to own an EV. The Queensland Government has increased their state’s rebate for new electric vehicles from $3,000 to $6,000. But that’s not the only good news. Their announcement contains three juicy bursts of electric mobility goodness:
[Continue reading…]A Deep Dive Into The Tesla Powerwall Warranty
The Tesla Powerwall is by far the most famous home battery on the market. The major drawback is that they don’t come cheap. Most people would probably expect such a well-known and well-reputed bit of kit to have an excellent warranty. And as it happens, that’s a fairly accurate conclusion — at least relative to […]
[Continue reading…]Top Rated Brisbane Solar Installers 2023
Following up on our “Top Rated Solar Installers 2023” lists for major Australian cities, this article showcases the best solar installers in Brisbane based on the ratings from SolarQuotes reviewers over the last three years.
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